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L.A. Medical Examiner Rules Ex-NFL Lineman Kevin Johnson’s Death a Homicide

Investigators report he had been living in the encampment during a period of declining health.

Overview

  • The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner found Johnson, 55, died from blunt head trauma and stab wounds and classified the case as homicide.
  • He was discovered unconscious Wednesday at a homeless encampment in Los Angeles County and was pronounced dead at the scene.
  • Investigators say he had been residing at the encampment, and friends described health problems late in his life that contributed to his circumstances.
  • The case remains under active investigation, and authorities have not announced any arrests.
  • Johnson was a former defensive lineman for the Patriots, Vikings, Raiders and Eagles, and the Raiders issued a public message of condolence.